Things To Do in Jackson Hole in August

Calendar of Events and Festivals

Ongoing throughout the month:

• Wyoming Stargazing offers free, year-round, public stargazing events on clear Thursdays of each month (when the temperature is above zero degrees Fahrenheit!) just after sunset at Rendezvous Park (R-Park) off of Rte. 390, the Teton Village Rd. Astronomy educators use one of their large aperture telescopes to show you planets, stars, planetary nebulae, galaxies, and more. Please park in the main parking area and walk to the far side of the hill following the "Public Stargazing" signs. There is a $10/person recommended donation. There is no need to reserve your spot in advance; just come and go as you please.

• Sunday Fundays at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort - Held every Sunday through September 7th, enjoy $20 Bike Park tickets and 20% off rentals and Bike Park guides from 2 - 5 p.m. at JH Sports. Enter the weekly disc golf tournament
for a chance to win prizes. After an afternoon of activities, Tram Dock will feature signature drinks and cocktail specials from its garage window.

• The Silver Dollar Showroom in the Wort Hotel hosts live music every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday night. The Wort's sister bar, The Million Dollar Cowboy Bar, has music every Monday-Saturday night.

• "Walk-Up Wednesdays" at the National Museum of Wildlife Art is a 45-minute, free guided tour at 11 a.m. every Wednesday through August. Tours are included in the cost of your admission ticket for that day; first-come, first-served. - wildlifeart.org

• Yoga on the Block is a series of free weekly yoga classes from July 7th through August 28th at the Greenspace on the Block, just steps from Town Square. Mondays, 5:30-6:30 p.m.: English/Spanish Yoga with Erwin Velasquez; Wednesdays 10-11 a.m.: Hatha Yoga with Jes Neuhaus; Thursdays, 5:30-6:30 pm: Vinyasa Yoga with Dani Perry

• The Virginian Saloon offers "Live From The Virg" every Thursday acoustic sessions featuring Americana, Western and folk from 9-11 p.m.; no cover. On Fridays from 9-midnight listen to live music; Saturday nights feature rotating bands and DJs.

• Tempo Thursdays on the Village Commons - Grand Teton Music Festival and Teton Music School musicians perform al fresco at 5 p.m. every Thursday

• Flights and Feathers at the Jackson Hole Airport- Meet birds of prey! The program takes place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Thursday and runs through September 18th. No reservations required.

• Sunday Brunch at Healthy Being Cafe & Juicery, located on the historic Van Vleck Block off Town Square. Held from 10 a.m. to noon every Sunday, listen to live music featuring beloved local musicians.

• Calling all families and kids Pre-K to 2nd grade for Hands-on History - On Wednesdays, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. in the Marion W. Buchenroth Classroom, the Jackson Hole History Museum's director of education will read aloud from one of its library books that connects to Jackson Hole history. A related hands-on craft session takes place afterwards. Parents or caregivers must be present.

• Daily Docent Tours at the Murie Ranch: Join Teton Science Schools for a 30-minute docent-led tour at 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. of the historic Murie Ranch in Moose, home to conservation pioneers Olaus and Mardy Murie.

• Western Wednesdays in Teton Village Commons - Live music in the amphitheater from 5:45-7 p.m., plus shopping with local artisans from 5-7 p.m.

• During the Jackson Hole Rodeo, the Sheep Scramble offers kids a chance to chase woolly critters in the arena. Between events, enjoy the mechanical bull and other family-friendly activities. The rodeo is held at 8 p.m. on Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays.

• Mojo Mondays is the name for a free yoga class offered every Monday in the Teton Village Amphitheater at 5 p.m.; it continues until August 14th.

• Discovery Drives on the National Elk Refuge - From 8:30-11 a.m. on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays through August, join a Refuge Naturalist for a free driving tour of the National Elk Refuge. Topics may vary but include birding, history, and wildlife watching. Reservations are required and can be made in person at the visitor center.

• Enjoy some good old-fashioned swing dancing with the world-famous Stagecoach Band every Sunday from 6-10 p.m. The Stagecoach Band has been playing at the Stagecoach bar since 1969. Often referred to as "Church," the band has been a Sunday night local favorite for generations.

• Nora's Fish Creek Inn in Wilson offers live music on Sunday mornings and Thursday and Tuesday nights. The eatery's happy hour and a half at the bar-only is happening 7 days a week.

• Free Trivia Night at Haydens Post in the Snow King Resort from 7-9 p.m. recurring weekly on Monday through October 27th

• Snow King Mountain’s new, state-of-the-art Observatory and Planetarium — the only observatory on a North American ski area — allows you to stargaze and check out the skies day and night. A rooftop observation deck allows portable telescopes to be set up for additional viewing during astronomical events. Planetarium shows rotate throughout the day along with programming at the solar telescope, science on a sphere exhibit, and in the immersive private theater.

• Bluegrass Tuesdays in the Silver Dollar Showroom at the historic Wort Hotel has brought locals and visitors together for more than 15 years through the music of One Ton Pig; 7-10:30 p.m. Fun Fact: One Ton Pig was named "Best Band" in the 2025 Best of Jackson Hole contest.

• The National Museum of Wildlife Art's "Fables, Feathers and Fur" program for kids ages 3 to 6 is held every Friday from 10:30-11 a.m. - wildlifeart.org

• Farmers Market on the Town Square - Every Saturday morning until noon, the Farmer's Market features fresh produce and music; ends late September. - jacksonholefarmersmarket.org

• Haydens Post in the Snow King Resort hotel has Taco Tuesdays every Tuesday throughout the summer from 11 am to close: three mahi mahi tacos with cabbage, pico de gallo and limes for $15.

• Historic Downtown Walking Tours - The Jackson Hole History Museum's walking tours are held Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at 10:30 am at the museum from May to September. You can purchase at the front desk.

• The National Museum of Wildlife Art's new exhibit, "Wildlife Photographer of the Year," can be viewed through August 24th. This world-renowned exhibition, now in its 60th year and on loan from the Natural History Museum in London, features exceptional images that capture fascinating animal behavior, spectacular species and the breathtaking diversity of the natural world.

• The iconic Jackson Hole Hootenanny occurs every Monday at 5:30 p.m. at Dornans in Moose. 

• Free dance lessons at the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar on Thursdays from 7 - 8:30 p.m.

• Open mic at Cowboy Coffee at 7 p.m. on the first Thursday night of the month

• Free Monday Musical Adventures - Every Monday; presented by Grand Teton Music Festival from 9-9:45 a.m. and 10-10:45 a.m. at Greenspace on the Block; through August 14th - gtmf.org

• Friday Night Bikes at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort - Held every Friday from July 4th through September 5th from 4-7 p.m. Enjoy: $20 bike park lift tickets, 50% off downhill bike rentals, Tin Can Cantina discounted Margs and 2 for 1 tacos, half-off first draft at the Tram Dock, free yard games, and live music

• Free Tuesday Musical Adventures - Engaging and fun music sessions for kids age 5 and under, presented every Tuesday by Grand Teton Music Festival from 10-10:45 a.m. at Teton Village Commons - gtmf.org

• "Yoga on the Trail" is offered for free every Thursday from 9-10 a.m. on the sculpture trail at the National Museum of Wildlife Art; bring your own mat - wildlifeart.org

• Concerts on the Commons in Teton Village - Free music series every Sunday in Teton Village at 5 p.m. through August 17th

• An open mic at Healthy Being Cafe and Juicery is held on the third Thursday of each month through August on the lawn at the cafe. Sign-up starts at 5:30 p.m.

• Wyoming Stargazing Solar Astronomy at The Peoples’ Market on the Center for the Arts lawn Wednesdays from 4-7 p.m. through September 24th. Using specialized solar telescopes, you'll safely see sunspots, solar prominences and much more on the photosphere of the Sun. Free!

• On the second Sunday of each month, St. John's Episcopal Church presents the "Campfire" Series at the Virginian Saloon. Guest speakers offer a multimedia storytelling experience from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

• Open mic at Cowboy Coffee at 7 p.m. on the first Thursday night of the month

• "Music in the Mountains" in Alpine features live music from 7 to 9 p.m. every Thursday at Marge Grover Park Gazebo. Food trucks and refreshments are there, too.

• Free Tuesday Musical Adventures - Presented every Tuesday by Grand Teton Music Festival from 9-9:45 a.m. and 10-10:45 a.m. at Teton Village Commons; through August 15th - gtmf.org

• Jackson Hole History Museum Walking Tours - 10:30 a.m. Meet at the History Museum just off Town Square on Broadway for this fun and educational one-hour tour of historic downtown Jackson on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Cost: $12 adults; $10 adults over age 60, students, retired military; free ages 5 and under  

• Take a stagecoach ride around the Square. Four to six passengers can fit into the old West stagecoach for a 10-minute trip throughout downtown Jackson. Tickets are $6 to $10 and can be purchased in the Stage Stop Building.

• Walk-Up Wednesdays at the National Museum of Wildlife Art; Every Wednesday through August, from 11 to 11:45 a.m, the museum offers free guided tours.

• "The Ballad of Cat Ballou" at Jackson Hole Playhouse - Jackson Hole's only dinner theater's 2025 summer musical; Mon.-Sat.  - jacksonplayhouse.com

• Jackson Hole Shootout - The longest-running shootout in the country; daily except Sundays in Town Square at 6 p.m.

• Jackson Hole People's Market - Locally-produced food items and crafts; music; held every Wednesday at the Center for the Arts; 4-7 p.m. - jhpeoplesmarket.org

• Raptors at The Cloudveil Program, Presented By Teton Raptor Center - From 5-6 p.m. every Monday through October, experience the magic of live raptors up-close at this informal program in the lobby. No reservations required.

• Slow Food in the Tetons sponsors a farm stand at Snake River Brewing from noon-6 p.m. on Fridays

• Avian Experience at Teton Raptor Center - Held at 2 p.m. every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday at Teton Raptor Center in Wilson; meet birds of prey in the historic barn; book online at tetonraptorcenter.org

1, 2025/ First Friday Art Walks in the vibrant downtown Jackson art district, sponsored by Mangelsen- Images of Nature Gallery, in collaboration with the Jackson Arts Council. Time: 5:30-7:30 p.m.

1, 2025/ "Saddle Up!" Exhibit at Jackson Hole History Museum Opens -
Co-presented by the Cowboy Trades Association and History Jackson Hole, the exhibit is on view from August 1 through January 3, 2026. Western handmade arts and gear honors Western cowboy heritage and those who carry it to future generations by celebrating the artisans and their work from all around the Northern Rockies and recognizing Jackson Hole tradition-keepers. Meet artisans, watch demonstrations, take workshops, hear trade stories, and engage in memorable experiences. A complete schedule of offerings can be found at  cowboytradesassociation.org.

2, 2025/Pierre’s Hole 50/100 - Mountain bike race at Grand Targhee Resort on nearly all of the resort’s single-track and double-track trails. - grandtarghee.com

2, 2025/ Rendezvous Mountain Hillclimb - The most demanding Hillclimb running event in the West!  The climb covers a little more than 4100' vertical in just 6.1 miles to the top of the Aerial Tram. Starts at 8:30 a.m. rendezvousmountainhillclimb.com

4, 2025/ Free Entry Today Into Grand Teton National Park in honor of the anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act

4, 2025/ Live Music at the Deck at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort- Top of the gondola; local musicians play from 5:30 to 8 p.m.; gondola tickets are $18; food and drink available

5 & 6, 2025/ Alive@5 on the Village Commons with Teton Raptor Center - Hawks, eagles, owls, and falcons take center stage. Enjoy up-close, arm’s length learning experience with live birds of prey. Free - tetonraptorcenter.org

6, 2025/ Live Music at the Deck at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort - Top of the gondola; local musicians play from 5:30 to 8 p.m.; gondola tickets are $18; food and drink available

7, 2025/ Alive @5 Tempo Thursdays with Grand Teton Music Festival - featuring chamber ensembles of GTMF musicians this year; flute and harp duet

8-10, 2025/34th Annual Targhee Bluegrass Festival - Grand Targhee Resort in Alta, Wyoming. This always-popular music fest features the Infamous Stringdusters, The Wood Brothers, Molly Tuttle and Golden Highway and Joe Craven, plus many more artists.

11, 2025/ Front Porch Concerts and Conversation at Murie Ranch - Welcome to Mardy's front porch! From 6-6:45 p.m.; admission is free; lawn chairs are optional. Parking is limited so you are encouraged to park at the Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitors Center, a short walk to The Murie Ranch.

11, 2025/ Live Music at the Deck at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort - Top of the gondola; local musicians play from 5:30 to 8 p.m.; gondola tickets are $18; food and drink available

12 & 13, 2025/ Alive@5 on the Village Commons with Teton Raptor Center - Hawks, eagles, owls, and falcons take center stage. Enjoy an up-close, arm’s length learning experience with live birds of prey. Free - tetonraptorcenter.org

13, 2025/ Live Music at the Deck at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort - Top of the gondola; local musicians play from 5:30 to 8 p.m.; gondola tickets are $18; food and drink available

14, 2025/Alive @5 "Trombone Trifecta" with Grand Teton Music Festival - featuring the trombone section of GTMF at 5 p.m.

14, 2025/ Snake River Brewing Summer Music Series With Jamie Hansen - Enjoy live music on select Thursdays each month from 5-8 p.m.

15-17, 2025/ Jackson Hole Art Fair - Hosted by the Art Association of Jackson Hole at the Center For the Arts lawn, this is a quintessential Jackson family-oriented summer event featuring dozens of international, national and local artists, live music, food, and snack booths, hands-on, kids' art activities and artists' demos.  - jhartfair.org

15-17, 2025/ Teton Arts & Antiques Fair in Teton Village- mcpresents.com

16, 2025/ "On the Road: Grand Teton Musical Festival's Trombone Trifecta" at Teton Raptor Center - Big brass meets big birds; 12:45 p.m. bird meet-and-greet; free, but space is limited and registration is required here.

17, 2025/ 4th Annual King Concert Series with Marcus King Band - This annual music series is held at the summit of Snow King Mountain. Concert tickets include a complimentary scenic gondola ride. For more information and tickets, visit kingconcerts.com.

18, 2025/ Snake River Brewing Summer Music Series With Brendan Nolan - Enjoy live music on select Thursdays each month from 5-8 p.m.

18, 2025/ Live Music at the Deck at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort - Top of the gondola; local musicians play from 5:30 to 8 p.m.; gondola tickets are $18; food and drink available

19, 2025/ 4th Annual King Concert Series with Wilco - This annual music series is held at the summit of Snow King Mountain. Concert tickets include a complimentary scenic gondola ride. For more information and tickets, visit kingconcerts.com.

19 & 20, 2025/ Alive@5 on the Village Commons with Teton Raptor Center - Hawks, eagles, owls, and falcons take center stage. Enjoy up-close, arm’s length learning experience with live birds of prey. Free - tetonraptorcenter.org

20, 2025/ Live Music at the Deck at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort - Top of the gondola; local musicians play from 5:30 to 8 p.m.; gondola tickets are $18; food and drink available

22 & 23, 2025/ Grand Teton Music Festival presents "Hansel & Gretel" at Walk Festival Hall - Time: 6 p.m.; tickets are $40 for adults and $5 for children and students - gtmf.org

24, 205/ 4th Annual King Concert Series With Damian "Jr. Gong" & Stephen Marley - This annual music series is held at the summit of Snow King Mountain. Concert tickets include a complimentary scenic gondola ride. For more information and tickets, visit kingconcerts.com.

25, 2025/ Live Music at the Deck at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort - Top of the gondola; local musicians play from 5:30 to 8 p.m.; gondola tickets are $18; food and drink available

26 & 27, 2025/ Alive@5 on the Village Commons with Teton Raptor Center - Hawks, eagles, owls, and falcons take center stage. Enjoy up-close, arm’s length learning experience with live birds of prey. Free - tetonraptorcenter.org

23, 2025/ Bikes and Brews at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort - A family-friendly event featuring mountain biking, live outdoor music and a Brewfest. Ride the bike park, climb the Via Ferrata, hike the trails, soar above the mountain with JH Paragliding and enjoy the scenery from the Aerial Tram and gondolas before ending the day with unlimited tastings from 20 breweries and live music; 2 to 7 p.m. For ticket prices/packages, visit jacksonhole.com

30, 2025/ The Rendezvous Enduro at Jackson Hole Mountain Resort - Montana Enduro Bike Race Series comes to Jackson - montanaenduro.com

31, 2025/ 4th Annual King Concert Series With Kaleo - This annual music series is held at the summit of Snow King Mountain. Concert tickets include a complimentary scenic gondola ride. For more information and tickets, visit kingconcerts.com.

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OTHER THINGS TO DO

Take in the Grand Teton Music Festival

The Grand Teton Music Festival welcomes top talent from world-renowned symphonies each year. Under the baton of Music Director Donald Runnicles, these musicians come together to soak up inspiration from the mountain setting, renew their artistic vows to music making and provide exhilarating music for festival patrons.

The Wall Street Journal calls the Grand Teton Music Festival at Walk Hall in Teton Village, “one of the best places to hear classical music in the summer.”

The season began July 4th and continues through August with chamber music, big band classics and festival orchestra favorites.

Get On Board a Scenic Float

Scenic floats on the famous Snake River allow you to experience Jackson Hole or Grand Teton National Park from a "boat's eye view," seeing wilderness and wildlife that you wouldn't be able to access on foot or by car, not to mention the riverside views of the spectacular scenery. From your raft, you’ll be able to spot bird species like bald eagles and sandhill cranes at close range as they fish at the riverbank. If you're lucky, you'll see a moose wading through the water, or perhaps elk, deer, coyote, or even a bear!

You aren't likely to get wet, but it's still a good idea to dress in layers and to bring water and extra sunscreen. The scenic float is also a photographer's dream, so don’t forget your camera and/or smartphone. Trips average a total of 3 hours in length. Reservations are required!